501 College Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
Contact: Jeff Greenberg
Prof. And Chair of Geology and Environmental Science
Tel # 708-752-5000
e-mail: jgreenbe@david.wheaton.edu
Geo 201 Introductory Geology in the Field
Introduction to rocks and minerals, earth processes, and earth history as
seen in rock strata folds, faults, mountains and fossils. Emphasis on field
procedures, topographic and geologic maps, laboratory and field work. Offered
only at the Science Station in South Dakota.
Geo 205 Natural Disasters (2)
Introduction to geologic processes involved in natural disasters, such as:
volcanoes, earthquakes, tsunami, landslides, floods, and land subsidence;
and extraordinary catastrophic processes in earth history, such as extraterrestrial
impacts and mass extinction. The effects of natural disasters on society
are considered. Three hours lecture.
Geo 208 General Oceanography (2)
An integrative science course introducing elements of physical, chemical,
biological and geological oceanography. Emphasis is given to modification
of the total environment by the oceans and adjacent water. Methods of sampling
and data collecting are illustrated. Prerequisite: one 4-hour laboratory
course in science. Three hours lecture.
Geo 211 Physical Geology (4)
Earth materials and processes of geology. Economic and human implications
of minerals, fuels and water. Three hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory.
Field trip.
Geo 215 Environmental Geology in the Field (2)
The observation and analysis of environmental concerns from a geologic perspective.
Topics include ethical decision-making, mining and energy issues, flooding
and slope stability as geo hazards, water resources and waste treatment,
and the geology of chemical pollution. Offered primarily at the Science
Station in South Dakota.
Geo 241 Historical Geology (4)
Basic principles of interpreting earth history; geologic time, stratigraphic
analysis, reconstructing past environments. Progressive development of
the earth: its interior, mountain building, continental drift, sea floor
spreading. Origin and development of life: evolution, the fossil record,
Christian concepts of creation. Three hours lecture, 2 hours laboratory.
Field trip. Prerequisite: Geology 101 or 211.
Geo 306 Earth Resources and Environment (2)
The application of geologic principles and knowledge to the development
of natural resources (minerals, fossil and nuclear fuels, water, and soil)
and to the problems created by man's occupancy and exploitation of the physical
environment (solid and hazardous waste disposal, air and water pollution,
land use management). Three hours lecture.
Geo 336 Process Geomorphology (4)
Study of earth surface processes leading to formation of soils and landforms.
Application of geomorphology in environmental management. Basic concepts
of surface and groundwater hydrology. Laboratory exercises involve practical
applications and methods: remote sensing, collection and analysis of field
data, case studies in environmental geology and hydrology. Three hours
lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Prerequisite: Geology 211 or consent of instructor.
Geo 341 Mineralogy (4)
Physical, chemical, descriptive and determinative mineralogy, crystallography
and optical mineralogy. Three hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Prerequisite:
CHEM231 and GEO211
Geo 355 Introduction to Soil Science (2)
Basic survey including the origin and properties of soils, their classification
and applications to agriculture, engineering, environmental issues, and
quaternary geology. One or more field experiences will provide opportunities
to observe soil profiles and demonstrate physical properties.
Geo 385 Topics in Earth Science (2 or 4)
Selected topics from the following: economic geology, hydrogeology, tectonics,
and regional studies. Lectures or lecture/laboratory. Prerequisites depend
on topic
GEO 437 Hydrogeology
Basic processes and measurement of the hydrologic cycle, including; precipitation,
evaporation, surface runoff, stream flow, soil moisture, and groundwater.
Emphasis placed on groundwater, including; geology of occurrence, principles
of flow, conceptual models of regional flow, chemistry and quality, well
hydraulics, aquifer characteristics, resource development, detection of
pollutants, and contaminant transport. Three hours lecture, three hours
lab.
Geo 443 Structural Geology (4)
Architecture of the dynamic earth. Earth movement and deformation in the
context of plate tectonics. Laboratory simulation of stress and strain,
study of deformed rocks, and interpretation of geologic maps; measurements
and computations. Three hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory. Alternate years.
Prerequisite: Geology 212, Math 215 or equivalent.
Bio 231 College Biology I (4)
A foundation course for science majors including cell structure and function,
genetics, and physiology emphasizing structure-function relationships.
Three lectures, 3 hours laboratory. Cannot receive credit for both 201
and 231.
Bio 232 College Biology II (4)
Survey of plant taxa including structure-function relationships, and concepts
of embryology, ecology, evolution, and ethology as well as survey of animal
and plant taxa. Contemporary issues relevant to the basic principles will
be included. Three lectures, 3 hours laboratory. Prerequisite: BIO231
Bio 314 Environmental Science (2)
An interdisciplinary approach to environmental problems emphasizing man's
role and responsibility in the stewardship of natural resources.
Bio 331 Animal Physiology I (4)
Functions of organs and systems of the vertebrate and human body. Membranes
and receptors, transport, neural and endocrine control systems, reproductive,
muscular, circulatory, and respiratory systems. Three lectures, 3 hours
laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO232, CHEM232 or 233.
Bio 332 Animal Physiology II (2)
Advanced physiology of the vertebrate and human body. Sensory physiology,
gastro-intestinal system, metabolism, temperature regulation, nutrition
and renal function and topics of student interest.
Bio 333 Environmental Physiology (2)
Animal physiology in relation to the physical factors of the environment.
Examination of physiological aspects of adaptation at the animal-environment
interface: hibernation, estivation, osmotic balance, physiology of diving
and mountain-climbing, biology of cave animals. Three lectures, 3 hours
laboratory. Prerequisite: BIO332
Bio 341 Plant Physiology (4)
Basic principles of plant physiology including photosynthesis, mineral nutrition,
water economy, respiration, nitrogen and lipid metabolism, development,
growth, and plant growth substances. Three lectures, 3 hours laboratory.
Prerequisites: BIO232 and CHEM232 or 233
Bio 342 Plant Morphology and Development (4)
An introductory study of the form, development, reproduction, and life histories
of plants from algae through seed plants. Three lectures, 3 hours laboratory.
Prerequisite: BIO232
Bio 351 General Ecology (4)
Basic concepts of the ecology of populations, communities, and ecosystems.
Field work, laboratory experience, and computer simulation models enhance
the understanding of selected topics. Three lectures, 3 hours laboratory
and field work. Prerequisites: BIO232 and 284 (concurrent)
Bus/Eco 211 Principles of Microeconomics (4)
An introduction to economic ways of thinking. The market resource allocation,
production and distribution mechanism is explored including international
trade and finance issues. Counts as one of the social science general education
options.
Bus/Eco 212 Principles of Macroeconomics (2)
An examination of national income and product determination. Monetary,
fiscal policy are analyzed as tools for dealing with inflation, unemployment
and economic growth. Prerequisite: Bus/Eco 211.
Bus/Eco 321 Statistics (4)
Elementary statistical principles including frequency distributions, measures
of central tendency, dispersion and skewness, sampling theory, validity
tests, simple correlation, simple and multiple regression and index numbers.
Bus/Eco 331 International Business (2)
Examines international trade, investment flows, and productivity variations.
Significant time is spent on the role of multinational enterprise in the
world economy. On-site case studies in Europe are involved.
Bus/Eco 365 Economic Development and Growth (4)
The major issues of economic development faced by developing countries.
Treats both theoretical and institutional approaches. Emphasizes problems
such as poverty, inequality and unemployment in the context of interdependence.
Prerequisite: B/EC211
Bus/Eco 366 International Economics (4)
Theory of international trade and finance. Barriers to international trade
and factor movements with policy alternatives. International monetary and
financial relations and the role of the transnational institutions. Prerequisite:
B/EC212
Bus/Eco 452 Business Law (2)
Origin, nature, and growth of the common law with emphasis on the law of
contracts.
Bus/Eco 457 Public Policy and Business (2)
This course takes contemporary issues in economics and public policy and
discusses them in a seminar format. Usually several current books dealing
with controversial policy questions serve as the basis for the discussion.
Pol Sci 205 Introduction to Political Science (4)
An introduction to key political science concepts and theories and an analysis
of the nature and role of government in selected countries and global society.
The inter-relationship of faith and politics is also explored.
Pol Sci 236 American Government (4)
An introduction to the theory, constitutional principles, institutions,
and practices of the American political system.
Pol Sci 357 Third World Politics (4)
Examines the nature and processes of political change and development in
Third World countries. Emphasis is given to comparative theories of political
development and their application to selected nations.
Pol Sci 371 International Organization (2)
An historical and analytical study of the efforts to create world order
through collective action. Special attention is given to the U.N. And the
E.C. (International Studies Program)
Pol Sci 372 International Law (2)
Analyzes the nature and role of law in the international community through
leading case studies. (International Studies Program)
Pol Sci 375 International Politics (2)
An examination of the major political characteristics of the world community,
with a view to understanding impediments to peace as well as the possibility
for creating international order and justice.
Pol Sci 376 Ethics and Foreign Policy (2)
An examination of the role of moral values in foreign policy, with special
emphasis on war, human rights, foreign aid, and nuclear deterrence.
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